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SUMMARY:Divorce Recovery Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Anyone who is going through a painful separation\, going through a divorce\, or still struggling with their past divorce is encouraged to attend for healing. It will be held at Mother of Dolors Parish Center (705 W St Clair St\, Vandalia\, IL 6247) beginning on September 8\, and there will be eight sessions. There will be a different topic each week\, and a speaker who will tell their story. \nThis is open to people of all faiths\, and there is no charge\, however REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED. Please call Joanna Helm at 618-267-9169 or email wordswicksandwood@yahoo.com to register or if you have any questions. Please help share this opportunity with your family and friends! Thank you.
URL:https://dio.org/event/divorce-recovery-workshop/2025-10-06/
LOCATION:Mother of Dolors Parish Center\, 705 N. St. Clair St.\, Vandalia\, IL\, 62471\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251003T060000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251003T180000
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SUMMARY:WSOY Food Drive - Support for Catholic Charities
DESCRIPTION:Date/Time of Event: October 3rd\, 2025\, 6:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.\nLocation of Event: Airport Plaza Kroger on Rt. 36\, Decatur\, IL\nhttps://www.wsoyfooddrive.com/
URL:https://dio.org/event/wsoy-food-drive-support-for-catholic-charities/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251001
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251002
DTSTAMP:20260605T072816
CREATED:20250811T161414Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250811T161821Z
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SUMMARY:Springfield Diocesan Council of Catholic Women 2025 Convention
DESCRIPTION:Convention Registration Form\n					\n			\n							Sponsorship for Convention
URL:https://dio.org/event/springfield-diocesan-council-of-catholic-women-2025-convention/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251001
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251002
DTSTAMP:20260605T072816
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SUMMARY:Springfield Diocesan Council of Catholic Women\, 96th Annual Convention
DESCRIPTION:Women are invited to the 96th Annual Convention of the Springfield Diocesan Council of Catholic women at St Paul’s Catholic Church in Highland. www.stpaulhighland.org. Claire Dwyer\, author of This Present Paradise: A Spiritual Journey with St. Elizabeth of the Trinity\, will be the guest speaker. \n“As a Catholic writer\, speaker\, retreat leader\, and spiritual director\, it is my great privilege to invite women to discover their exquisitely unique design and unrepeatable story so they can better discern God’s purpose for their lives\, become more fully themselves\, and make a whole-hearted yes to all the right things\,” she said. See more at www.clairedwyer.com. \nMore info to come on this event such as registration\, but for questions\, contact Janet Zimmerman\, President\, SDCCW at 217-494-4743 or sdccwinil@gmail.com.
URL:https://dio.org/event/springfield-diocesan-council-of-catholic-women-96th-annual-convention/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250929T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250929T210000
DTSTAMP:20260605T072816
CREATED:20250923T141027Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250923T141352Z
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SUMMARY:Divorce Recovery Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Anyone who is going through a painful separation\, going through a divorce\, or still struggling with their past divorce is encouraged to attend for healing. It will be held at Mother of Dolors Parish Center (705 W St Clair St\, Vandalia\, IL 6247) beginning on September 8\, and there will be eight sessions. There will be a different topic each week\, and a speaker who will tell their story. \nThis is open to people of all faiths\, and there is no charge\, however REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED. Please call Joanna Helm at 618-267-9169 or email wordswicksandwood@yahoo.com to register or if you have any questions. Please help share this opportunity with your family and friends! Thank you.
URL:https://dio.org/event/divorce-recovery-workshop/2025-09-29/
LOCATION:Mother of Dolors Parish Center\, 705 N. St. Clair St.\, Vandalia\, IL\, 62471\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250928T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250928T170000
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SUMMARY:Andrew Dinner in Quincy
DESCRIPTION:Calling all men juniors in high school and above! Join Bishop Paprocki and Priests of the Diocese for an Andrew Dinner at 5:00pm on Sunday\, September 28 at St. Rose in Quincy. The Andrew Dinner is a simple/low key gathering where we will pray\, share a meal\, and have conversations about Priesthood and how best to discern what vocation God is calling you to. If you would like to attend\, sign up at this link: https://forms.gle/TbvXG6959K4fM77f6 or email Fr. Zach Samples at zsamples@dio.org. We hope to see you there!
URL:https://dio.org/event/andrew-dinner-in-quincy/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250927T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250927T130000
DTSTAMP:20260605T072816
CREATED:20250915T192249Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250915T192249Z
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SUMMARY:Catholic Children's Home Open House
DESCRIPTION:Date/Time of Event: Saturday\, 9/27/25\, 8:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.\nLocation of Event: Catholic Children’s Home / 1400 State St / Alton IL\nFor More Information: Contact Michael Montez or Deanna Gleason 618-465-3594
URL:https://dio.org/event/catholic-childrens-home-open-house/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250927T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250927T110000
DTSTAMP:20260605T072816
CREATED:20250910T162751Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250910T162751Z
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SUMMARY:Catholic Children's Home announces 146th Year Open House Celebration.
DESCRIPTION:In September 1879\, a group of Precious Blood Sisters from Ruma\, Illinois\, opened an orphanage\, Pio Nono Orphan Asylum in Piopolis\, Illinois. In 1884 Bishop Peter J. Baltus of the Alton Diocese requested the sisters to relocate the orphanage to the City of Alton to serve more children in the Diocese. As the number of children increased under the care of the Sisters\, so did the need for a larger residence. Then Bishop James Ryan\, realizing the need for more accommodations for the growing number of children implemented the plans of establishing a larger home. The people of the Diocese responded generously to Bishop Ryan’s appeal and the new building was ready in the fall of 1923. That building located at 1400 State Street is the current location of the Catholic Children’s Home. \nSince Bishop Ryan’s appeal\, the types of services needed for the children entrusted in our care continue to change. With the changing needs\, the people of the community\, Diocese\, city\, county have continued to respond generously. \nIn honor of 146 years of service to needy children and many years of your continued support\, you are invited to the Catholic Children’s Home Pancake Breakfast and Open House. The Open House will be held Saturday\, September 27\, pancake breakfast from 8:00 a.m. 11:00 am and open house from 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at 1400 State Street\, Alton\, Illinois.Refreshments will be served during the Open House and you will have the opportunity to meet Children’s Home staff and take a tour that outlines programs and services offered. \nFor more information on the Catholic Children’s Home 146th Year Celebration\, please contact Michael Shelton-Montez or DeAnna Gleason at (618) 465-3594.
URL:https://dio.org/event/catholic-childrens-home-announces-146th-year-open-house-celebration/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250927
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250929
DTSTAMP:20260605T072816
CREATED:20250829T165629Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250829T165801Z
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SUMMARY:Pilgrimage of Hope in Florissant
DESCRIPTION:Register Here
URL:https://dio.org/event/pilgrimage-of-hope-in-florissant/
LOCATION:Pallottine Renewal Center\, 15270 Old Halls Ferry\, Florissant\, MO\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250924T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250924T180000
DTSTAMP:20260605T072816
CREATED:20250715T195151Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250715T195454Z
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SUMMARY:Marriage on Tap STL
DESCRIPTION:Marriage on Tap Flyer
URL:https://dio.org/event/marriage-on-tap-stl/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250922T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250922T210000
DTSTAMP:20260605T072816
CREATED:20250923T141027Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250923T141352Z
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SUMMARY:Divorce Recovery Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Anyone who is going through a painful separation\, going through a divorce\, or still struggling with their past divorce is encouraged to attend for healing. It will be held at Mother of Dolors Parish Center (705 W St Clair St\, Vandalia\, IL 6247) beginning on September 8\, and there will be eight sessions. There will be a different topic each week\, and a speaker who will tell their story. \nThis is open to people of all faiths\, and there is no charge\, however REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED. Please call Joanna Helm at 618-267-9169 or email wordswicksandwood@yahoo.com to register or if you have any questions. Please help share this opportunity with your family and friends! Thank you.
URL:https://dio.org/event/divorce-recovery-workshop/2025-09-22/
LOCATION:Mother of Dolors Parish Center\, 705 N. St. Clair St.\, Vandalia\, IL\, 62471\, United States
GEO:38.9653822;-89.0991828
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250921T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250921T170000
DTSTAMP:20260605T072816
CREATED:20250904T221605Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250904T221642Z
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SUMMARY:Andrew Dinner in Springfield
DESCRIPTION:Calling all men juniors in high school and above! Join Bishop Paprocki and Priests of the Diocese for an Andrew Dinner at 5:00pm on Sunday\, September 21 at Little Flower in Springfield. The Andrew Dinner is a simple/low key gathering where we will pray\, share a meal\, and have conversations about Priesthood and how best to discern what vocation God is calling you to. If you would like to attend\, sign up at this link: https://forms.gle/exdi2Jyrpbo3zNrC7 or email Fr. Zach Samples at zsamples@dio.org. We hope to see you there!
URL:https://dio.org/event/andrew-dinner-in-springfield/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250921T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250921T140000
DTSTAMP:20260605T072816
CREATED:20240919T200830Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250626T161014Z
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SUMMARY:Mass for couples married 50 years or more
DESCRIPTION:A Mass for couples married 50 years or more will be Sept 21\, 2025 at 2 p.m. at the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception in Springfield. All couples married 50 years or more are invited to attend. Bishop Paprocki will be the main celebrant. The reception will showcase all photos submitted last year. Due to the number of couples attending\, please only submit photos if you did not do so last year. Any questions? Call Ruth Staab at 217-698-8500. \nPlease Register Here
URL:https://dio.org/event/mass-for-couples-married-50-years-or-more-2/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250920T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250920T120000
DTSTAMP:20260605T072816
CREATED:20250825T133550Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250825T133657Z
UID:10000537-1758362400-1758369600@dio.org
SUMMARY:Scripture Study with Mark Etling
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://dio.org/event/scripture-study-with-mark-etling/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250916T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250916T183000
DTSTAMP:20260605T072816
CREATED:20250903T123237Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250903T123237Z
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SUMMARY:WDCR Night at the Movies - Carlo Acutis movie
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://dio.org/event/wdcr-night-at-the-movies-carlo-acutis-movie/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250915T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250915T210000
DTSTAMP:20260605T072816
CREATED:20250923T141027Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250923T141352Z
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SUMMARY:Divorce Recovery Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Anyone who is going through a painful separation\, going through a divorce\, or still struggling with their past divorce is encouraged to attend for healing. It will be held at Mother of Dolors Parish Center (705 W St Clair St\, Vandalia\, IL 6247) beginning on September 8\, and there will be eight sessions. There will be a different topic each week\, and a speaker who will tell their story. \nThis is open to people of all faiths\, and there is no charge\, however REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED. Please call Joanna Helm at 618-267-9169 or email wordswicksandwood@yahoo.com to register or if you have any questions. Please help share this opportunity with your family and friends! Thank you.
URL:https://dio.org/event/divorce-recovery-workshop/2025-09-15/
LOCATION:Mother of Dolors Parish Center\, 705 N. St. Clair St.\, Vandalia\, IL\, 62471\, United States
GEO:38.9653822;-89.0991828
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250910
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250911
DTSTAMP:20260605T072816
CREATED:20250825T134757Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250825T134757Z
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SUMMARY:Remembering Those We Have Lost to Suicide
DESCRIPTION:Screenshot
URL:https://dio.org/event/remembering-those-we-have-lost-to-suicide/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250908T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250908T210000
DTSTAMP:20260605T072816
CREATED:20250923T141027Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250923T141352Z
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SUMMARY:Divorce Recovery Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Anyone who is going through a painful separation\, going through a divorce\, or still struggling with their past divorce is encouraged to attend for healing. It will be held at Mother of Dolors Parish Center (705 W St Clair St\, Vandalia\, IL 6247) beginning on September 8\, and there will be eight sessions. There will be a different topic each week\, and a speaker who will tell their story. \nThis is open to people of all faiths\, and there is no charge\, however REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED. Please call Joanna Helm at 618-267-9169 or email wordswicksandwood@yahoo.com to register or if you have any questions. Please help share this opportunity with your family and friends! Thank you.
URL:https://dio.org/event/divorce-recovery-workshop/2025-09-08/
LOCATION:Mother of Dolors Parish Center\, 705 N. St. Clair St.\, Vandalia\, IL\, 62471\, United States
GEO:38.9653822;-89.0991828
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250828T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250828T083000
DTSTAMP:20260605T072816
CREATED:20250626T161442Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250626T161544Z
UID:10000514-1756369800-1756369800@dio.org
SUMMARY:Mattoon Deanery Council of Catholic Women Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The Mattoon Deanery Council of Catholic Women will meet Thursday\, August 28\, 2025 starting at 8:30 am with Mass at St. Columcille\, Sullivan. \nFor more information\, please contact: \nMargaret Thompson\nPresident\, Mattoon Deanery Council of Catholic Women\ndrmathompson76@gmail.com\n217-232-4350\nFind us on Facebook!\nSpringfield Diocesan Council of Catholic Women
URL:https://dio.org/event/mattoon-deanery-council-of-catholic-women-meeting/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250813T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250813T090000
DTSTAMP:20260605T072816
CREATED:20250717T144634Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250717T144634Z
UID:10000523-1755075600-1755075600@dio.org
SUMMARY:Quincy Deanery\, Council of Catholic Women Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Quincy Deanery\, Council of Catholic Women Meeting\, Wednesday\, Aug 13th\, Church of the Holy Family\, Mount Sterling. Sr. M. Clementia will be the guest speaker. Questions? Claudia Coggeshall\, president. Email: rccogg@adams.net
URL:https://dio.org/event/quincy-deanery-council-of-catholic-women-meeting/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250809T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250809T163000
DTSTAMP:20260605T072816
CREATED:20250303T165122Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250303T165122Z
UID:10000484-1754730000-1754757000@dio.org
SUMMARY:Pre-Cana Class in Chatham
DESCRIPTION:St. Jospeh the Worker Parish in Chatham\, IL\nRegister: Call the parish office at 217-483-3772\nThe fee is $50 per couple to cover lunch and expenses of the day.
URL:https://dio.org/event/pre-cana-class-in-chatham/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250802T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250802T100000
DTSTAMP:20260605T072816
CREATED:20250714T162013Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250714T162903Z
UID:10000519-1754128800-1754128800@dio.org
SUMMARY:Springfield Deanery\, Council of Catholic Women Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Springfield Deanery\, Council of Catholic Women Meeting (PDF)
URL:https://dio.org/event/springfield-deanery-council-of-catholic-women-meeting-2/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250802T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250802T100000
DTSTAMP:20260605T072816
CREATED:20250626T190424Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250626T190726Z
UID:10000516-1754128800-1754128800@dio.org
SUMMARY:Springfield Deanery Council of Catholic Women Meeting
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://dio.org/event/springfield-deanery-council-of-catholic-women-meeting/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250725
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250728
DTSTAMP:20260605T072816
CREATED:20250618T145709Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250618T145756Z
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SUMMARY:Transcend Catholic Family Retreat in Springfield
DESCRIPTION:More information and to register
URL:https://dio.org/event/transcend-catholic-family-retreat-in-springfield/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250725
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250728
DTSTAMP:20260605T072816
CREATED:20250516T145010Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250516T145122Z
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SUMMARY:Transcend Family Retreat in Springfield
DESCRIPTION:Bring your family to a weekend of spiritual renewal\, rest\, and connection July 25-27. This year\, the retreat is at Corpus Christi Priory in Springfield\, IL\, a sacred campus shared by two vibrant religious communities. The priory offers beautiful walking and hiking trails\, a serene grotto\, and outdoor Stations of the Cross-so while the retreat is more spiritually focused\, it still invites us to enjoy God’s creation in meaningful ways. \nRetreat highlights (July 25-27): \n\nNew location – A deeply spiritual environment\, more affordable\, and fully aligned with our retreat mission.\nNew dates – Late July\, due to the facility’s school-year calendar. In the fall\, they run a trade school in a Catholic environment (worth looking into and knowing about)\nStunning sacred space – The church invites reverence and prayer without needing to recreate a worship environment from scratch.\nComfortable rooms – Hotel-style accommodations (yes-real mattresses!).\nOn-site priests – Resident priests trained in spiritual direction will be available for confession and personal guidance.\nOutdoor experiences remain – Trails\, prayer spaces\, and team-led games will offer a healthy mix of nature and fun.\n\nTwo ways you can help this year: \n\nInvite a family who could use this kind of weekend-especially those spiritually hungry or weary.\nContact your pastor to see if your parish could share the retreat flyer or announcement. (We’re happy to send materials!)\n\nRegistration link: https://tinyurl.com/TranscendRetreat2025. We have pictures and video of the rooms to help you plan your stay\, and we secured permission to park RVs on the lot for those who might want to brave the camper in July running a generator (no hook ups). We would love to see your family again-and to welcome new ones into the grace and joy this retreat continues to offer.
URL:https://dio.org/event/transcend-family-retreat-in-springfield/
LOCATION:Corpus Christi Priory\, 4867 Laverna Rd.\, Springfield\, IL\, 62707\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250723T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250723T090000
DTSTAMP:20260605T072816
CREATED:20250717T144559Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250717T144559Z
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SUMMARY:Jerseyville Deanery\, Council of Catholic Women Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Jerseyville Deanery\, Council of Catholic Women Meeting\, Wednesday\, July 23\, at Ss. Mary & Joseph Parish\, Carlinville. Mass begins at 9am\, Fr. Brian Alford will give a talk about Angels from A to Z in the Parish Hall\, along with a luncheon and meeting. Teresa Goetten\, president. Questions? Phone Teresa at 618-535-0555 or email: mtmgotten@gtec.com
URL:https://dio.org/event/jerseyville-deanery-council-of-catholic-women-meeting/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250723
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250724
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CREATED:20250715T154148Z
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SUMMARY:Dominican Sisters invite public to join Catholic Sisters nationwide in prayer for a more just and compassionate world
DESCRIPTION:July 23 is the date the sisters will participate. \nSpringfield\, Ill.- The Dominican Sisters of Springfield will participate in a national movement of prayer\, fasting\, and advocacy for a more just and compassionate world on Wednesday\, July 23. Everyone is welcome to join them. \nThe Dominicans are joining Catholic sisters from around the nation. Each congregation has selected a day to participate in this national effort. \n“By choosing a day to focus our desires for a more just and compassionate world\, we heighten our awareness and sense of solidarity\,” said Sister Marcelline Koch\, the justice promoter for the Springfield Dominican Sisters. “It’s similar to efforts like Earth Day or Dr. Martin Luther King\, Jr. Day\, when people are encouraged to take some action to fulfil the purpose of the day. Our purpose is the creation of a more just and compassionate world.” \nThe Leadership Conference of Women Religious (LCWR) initiated the project\, which began on the Feast of the Ascension\, May 29\, and continues through Sept 5\, the Friday after Labor Day. \nEveryone is welcome to participate. All participants may choose their own ways to pray\, fast\, and advocate. Here are some ideas to get started: \n\nPray in a way that resonates with your spirit: Rosary\, Mass\, intercessory prayer for elected leaders\, quiet contemplation\, walking meditation\, listening deeply to a favorite piece of music.\nFasting is commonly associated with limiting food intake\, but may also include fasting from social media or television\, from complaining or gossiping\, from focusing on the negative or worrying excessively.\nAdvocating for justice by calling or sending emails to elected officials is one of the best ways to make your wishes know to those who represent you in Congress. Closer to the July 23date the sisters will use social media share sample messages for officials\, or participants can craft their own.\n\nOther ways to make the day meaningful might be found in a downloadable PDF\, “82 small acts of resistance you can do today” prepared by the Cor Unum Community. \nParticipants in the Springfield area are welcome to join the Dominican Sisters for theweekly 4:30-5:00 pm vigil they’ve held near the entrance to their motherhouse at 1237 W. Monroe St. since June 4. They’ve circled their property with signs advocating the principals of Catholic Social Teaching\, which are “ways to lead our nation closer to what God desires for us and for our world\,” Sister Marcelline said. \nLCWR is an association of the leaders of congregations of Catholic women religious in the United States. The conference has nearly 1270 members\, who represent approximately 66 percent of the 35\,000 women religious in the United States. \nThe Dominican Sisters of Springfield are part of a worldwide Dominican family\, the Order of Preachers. For more than 800 years\, Dominicans have preached the Gospel in word and deed. The Springfield Dominicans were established in Jacksonville\, Illinois\, in 1873 and relocated to Springfield in 1893. Today\, thousands of Dominican sisters\, nuns\, priests\, brothers\, associates\, and laity minister in more than 100 countries around the world. To learn more about the Dominican Sisters of Springfield visit springfieldop.org. \nNote: Video of initiation of Stand for Justice campaign.
URL:https://dio.org/event/dominican-sisters-invite-public-to-join-catholic-sisters-nationwide-in-prayer-for-a-more-just-and-compassionate-world/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250719
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250720
DTSTAMP:20260605T072816
CREATED:20250618T130724Z
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SUMMARY:Christmas in July Trivia Night Fundraiser
DESCRIPTION:Madison County Catholic Charities\nChristmas in July Trivia Night Fundraiser \nMadison County Catholic Charities will be hosting a Christmas in July Trivia Night fundraiser on Saturday\, July 19\, 2025. This unseasonably festive event at the Jerseyville KC Hall will put your knowledge of holiday movies and traditions to the test! Doors open at 6:00 p.m. and the event will run from 7:00 – 11:00 p.m. Your holiday knowledge could score you a CASH PRIZE if you are our first place winner. There will also be special prizes for the ugliest sweater and best table decorations. \nTry your luck with our raffle baskets and a 50/50 drawing! Feel free to bring your own snacks! Soft drinks provided\, alcoholic beverages available for purchase. Tickets are $20 per person or $120 for a table of six. Call 618.462.0634 ext. 221 with any questions\, or to order your tickets today! R.S.V.P. by Friday\, July 11th. We look forward to seeing you there!
URL:https://dio.org/event/christmas-in-july-trivia-night-fundraiser/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250718
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250719
DTSTAMP:20260605T072816
CREATED:20250630T142559Z
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SUMMARY:Biking for Babies is rolling into Springfield!
DESCRIPTION:Come to the Cathedral in Springfield on Friday\, July 18 to meet the Wisconsin Biking for Babies team-young adults riding cross-country to support life and share their faith. This year\, two organizations in our diocese will benefit from Biking for Babies funds; Two Hearts Pregnancy Resource Center in Springfield and Family Life Center in Effingham. \nJoin the riders for 5:15 p.m. Mass and stick around for dinner and inspiring testimonies in the Cathedral cafeteria. Hear how God is using their ride to make a real impact! \nWant to eat with the crew? Call the Cathedral office to save your seat: (217) 522-3342
URL:https://dio.org/event/biking-for-babies-is-rolling-into-springfield/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250714T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250720T110000
DTSTAMP:20260605T072816
CREATED:20250422T141707Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250422T141707Z
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SUMMARY:Widen Your Space
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URL:https://dio.org/event/widen-your-space/
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